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  Japanese Military Strategy in...

  James B Wood

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  In this provocative history, James B. Wood challenges the received wisdom that Japan's defeat in the Pacific was historically inevitable. He argues instead that it was only when the Japanese military prematurely abandoned its original sound strategic plan—to secure the resources Japan needed and establish a viable defensible perimeter for the Empire—that the Allies were able to regain the initiative and lock Japanese forces into a war of attrition they were not prepared to fight. The book persuasively shows how the Japanese army and navy had both the opportunity and the capability to have fought a different and more successful war in the Pacific that could have influenced the course and outcome of World War II. It is therefore a study both of Japanese defeat and of what was needed to achieve a potential Japanese victory, or at the very least, to avoid total ruin.   Wood's argument does not depend on signal individual historical events or dramatic accidents. Instead it examines how familiar events could have b

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  Tim Walz Story The: A...

  Jordan Blake

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  Discover the inspiring journey of a political leader in The Tim Walz Story: A Fascinating Biography by Jordan Blake. This insightful account follows Walz from his humble beginnings in rural Nebraska to his influential career in public service. With a strong focus on education, healthcare, and veterans' rights, Walz has made a name for himself as a dedicated and compassionate leader who prioritizes the well-being of his community. 
  The biography covers key moments from his time in the National Guard, his tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives, and his eventual role as Minnesota’s governor. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of Walz’s leadership style, his perseverance in the face of challenges, and his unwavering commitment to serving his community. Through his experiences and important milestones, this audiobook paints a vivid picture of the man behind the political achievements, offering readers an inspiring look at a leader who continues to leave a significant mark on the nation.

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  Wetion - Historical fiction...

  James Allan Krause

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  Ever wondered about the paths of our ancestors? Wetion (2nd edn) appeals to those open to discovering ways to chart a future using lessons from the past. 
  There’s a part of us all in Addy’s tale. Combining 19 chapters of interconnected short stories with ten scene play, each with its own original song, listeners experience words making history, alongside the drama, tragedies, romance, lessons, lore and more. 
  Addy is the character connecting early human history to the present. Using a DNA test, he establishes the migration routes of the ancestors and conducts an experiment. Using plants gathered from places once inhabited, he concocts a salad. If his theory was correct, consumption would unlock deep memories of ancestors’ past. What follows is a state of altered consciousness too real to be a dream. 
  The highs and lows of 2,000 generations are told in stories revealing the meaning of Wetion. 
  This novel provides a new multimedia experience, is the first of a trilogy and only available in audiobook format. Experimental fiction it is, laced with homage to the bards. 
  Wetion is a 2026 Audie Award entrant for Best Production and Sound Design.

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  Phenomenology of Productive...

  Saulius Geniusas

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  Although productive imagination has played a highly significant role in (post-) Kantian philosophy, there have been very few book-length studies explicitly dedicated to its analysis. 
  
  In his new book, Saulius Geniusas develops a phenomenology of productive imagination while relying on those resources that we come across in Edmund Husserl’s, Max Scheler’s, Martin Heidegger’s, Ernst Cassirer’s, Miki Kiyoshi’s, Jean-Paul Sartre’s, Maurice Merleau-Ponty’s, and Paul Ricoeur’s writings, while also engaging in present-day philosophical discussions of the imagination. Investigating the relation between imagination and embodiment, affectivity, perception, language, selfhood, and intersubjectivity, the book provides a phenomenological conception of productive imagination, which is committed to basic phenomenological principles and which is sensitive to how productive imagination has been conceptualized in the history of phenomenology. 
  
  Against such a background, Geniusas develops a new conception of productive imagination: It is a basic modality of intentionality that indirectly shapes the human experience of the world by forming the contours of action, intuition, knowledge, and understanding. It is not so much a blind and indispensable function of the soul, but an art concealed in the body, for it springs out of instincts, drives, desires, and needs. 
  
  The author demonstrates unexpected ways in which phenomenology of productive imagination enriches our understanding of embodied subjectivity.

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  Afraid - Understanding the...

  MD Arash Javanbakht

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  About a third of the world population suffers from an anxiety disorder, and half of Americans have had at least one traumatic experience like rape, assault, shooting, or natural disasters. Fear and anxiety are with us everywhere we go. 
   
   
   
  Fear is deeply woven into our biology, culture, politics, and day to day life. We sometimes don't even know what we are afraid of. What we know for sure is that we are afraid too often. 
   
   
   
  But why are we so scared? How does fear work in our brains? What is the evolutionary purpose of fear? Why do we enjoy watching horror movies? How do we learn to be afraid, and how can we unlearn? Can we use fear to our advantage? 
   
   
   
  In this book, a psychiatrist and neuroscientist answers these questions. Arash Javanbakht explores how our childhood experiences define the role fear plays in us as adults, how fear may or may not affect our genes, what excessive fear and anxiety can do to our brains and bodies, and the role of fear in the wake of trauma. Listeners will come away with a better understanding of fear and how we can tamp its negative effects, how we can treat it medically if necessary, and how we can protect ourselves from fear's most negative consequences.

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  Overstory The: Book Summary &...

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  This is a concise summary and analysis of The Overstory, by Richard Powers.
   
  It is not the original book and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Richard Powers.
   
  Ideal those seeking a quick and insightful overview.
   
  
   
  🌿 A Powerful, Motivational Retelling of a Story That Redefines Success and Resilience 🌿
   
  What if the answers to productivity, endurance, and long-term success were hidden within the wisdom of trees? This audiobook offers a transformative exploration of The Overstory, revealing the deep lessons embedded in nature’s design. Through the interconnected stories of individuals whose lives are forever changed by trees, this immersive experience will inspire listeners to rethink their approach to ambition, collaboration, and legacy.
   
  🔹 Learn from Nature’s Masterclass in Resilience – Just like forests thrive through communication and adaptation, successful individuals build strong networks, embrace change, and nurture long-term goals.🔹 Explore the Power of Vision and Purpose – Discover how trees and human ambition share a common thread: patience, persistence, and the ability to create something greater than oneself.🔹 Absorb the Lessons of Endurance and Growth – Through engaging narration and compelling storytelling, this audiobook reveals how embracing change and collaboration leads to lasting success.🔹 A Dynamic and Motivational Experience – Crafted for professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking a meaningful path forward, this audiobook transforms literature into a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.

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